Daniel Akaka actually said...

"It is essential that we continue to improve education, consumer protections, and economic empowerment activities for individuals and families through economic and financial literacy."

"I am disappointed that separate funding was not included in the Department's request for fiscal year 2011."

"Financial literacy is an issue that is even more important as working families struggle financially."

"I want to welcome our witnesses to today's hearing, the Federal Government's Role in Empowering Americans to Make Informed Financial Decisions."